John Lucian Goins’ Pickleball Breakthrough: 17-year-old John Lucian Goins has earned a place in his first men’s singles final on the PPA Tour after a hard-fought 8-11, 11-7, 11-8 victory over No. 7 seed Christian Alshon on Friday in Bristol. Goins rallied from 3-7 down in the final game to secure the win and advance to Championship Sunday.
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Rising Star Makes His Mark
Seeded No. 19, Goins had already surprised fans earlier in the week by defeating No. 3 seed Connor Garnett. Since joining the PPA Tour in March, the young talent has quickly built an impressive record, including a win over Ben Johns and a silver medal at the PPA Flower City Challenger earlier this summer.
The 5-star tennis recruit stayed calm under pressure despite losing the opening game to Christian Alshon. His determination and composure helped him turn the match around.
“I’m not sure if I’m feeling it yet,”. “I’m still in a little bit of shock that this happened, honestly.
I’ve always dreamed of being out here on a court in front of all these people and playing against the best in the sport, so it’s a great feeling to come out on top today. I’m excited for tomorrow.”(John Lucian Goins)
Eyes on the Gold
Goins will face either No. 14 seed Noe Khlif or No. 15 seed Gabe Joseph in Sunday’s final. A win would not only give him his first PPA Tour gold medal but also place him firmly among the top young players in professional pickleball. His rapid rise signals that he could be a regular contender for titles in the near future.
News in Brief: John Lucian Goins’ Pickleball Breakthrough
John Lucian Goins, 17, beat Christian Alshon 8-11, 11-7, 11-8 in Bristol to make his first PPA Tour men’s singles final. The No. 19 seed, who joined in March, will face either Noe Khlif or Gabe Joseph on Sunday for his first gold medal.
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